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Gandys Beach, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Gandys Beach is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 38. Residents earn $76,625 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
38 Population 380/sq mi density
$76,625 Median Income $41,926 per capita
$221,600 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$76,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$221,600 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,625
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $221,600
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

How Gandys Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population38
Median Age68.0 yrs
Density380/mi²
Male / Female61% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans38.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,625
Per Capita$41,926
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$8,514M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units42
Rent Burden35.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.1%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute28 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries4

Is Gandys Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gandys Beach receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Gandys Beach stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gandys Beach is $76,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gandys Beach is $221,600, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Gandys Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Gandys Beach has a population of 38 with a density of 380 people per square mile. The median age is 68.0 years, 75% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

38
Total Population
380
People / sq mi
68.0yrs
Median Age
75% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gandys Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gandys Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gandys Beach is $76,625, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Gandys Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,625
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,926
Avg Weekly Wage$1,110
IRS Avg AGI$59,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,763
County GDP$8,514M

Business (County)

Restaurants243
Healthcare408
Retail478
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,658
90% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gandys Beach is $221,600, 21% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,600
21% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden35.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units42
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,658
90% above US avg
Effective Rate3.00%
Gandys Beach has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density380/sq mi
Coordinates39.2726°N, 75.2344°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34011
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 42.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.8-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.3%
D 47.6%

Winner: Republican by 3.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.1%
25% above US avg
High School+92.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.24
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density380/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities408
Restaurants243
Retail Stores478

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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